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Gonorrhea

Cause

Gonorrhea is caused by bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae. These bacteria can infect the genital tract, mouth, and rectum of both men and women. In women the opening to the uterus (cervix) is the first place of infection.

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Sexually Transmitted Infections Research

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Understanding Sexually Transmitted Infections